Simply Crochet Issue 55

Simply Crochet is full of creative ideas for anyone who loves - or would love to learn - crochet. Crochet is a wonderfully versatile craft with endless possibilities of creative things to make. Inside you will find beautiful designs for the home, fashionable accessories to wear and gift ideas for all occasions. From lampshade covers to shawls, toys to blankets and gadget cosies to cardigans, Simply Crochet is a must-buy for creative crafters looking for new things to make. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions to ensure the best possible results every time, you'll be hooked on handmade from the very first page!

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Spring forward

With the new season comes a fresh enthusiasm for trying new things. We’ve packed this spring issue with exciting projects and techniques for you to try your hook at. Planned pooling is an impressive colourwork technique that’s fascinating to learn (p79), and jasmine stitch (p63) is challenging, but beautiful and well worth the effort. Our main collection this month is tribal-inspired, so there’s lots of colourwork for you to stretch yourself with, too. And let’s not forget Vanessa Mooncie’s Easter amigurumi. Maximilian, the slightly bonkers bonnet-wearing snail, is my favourite by far!…

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CONTRIBUTORS

ALESSANDRA HAYDEN Alessandra is the Brazilian stitcher behind Just Be Happy Crochet. She draws inspiration from her two children and from luxurious yarns. Find her sweet colourwork cardigan on page 70. KATE BRUNING Wonderfully whimsical designer and author Kate is our guest columnist this month. Flip across to page 46 to read about her top picks for on-screen colour palette inspiration. PONY MCTATE If you’re not already following crochet designer Pony on Instagram (@pony.mctate), you need to be. This creative lady is chatting about her most precious amigurumi project on page 98. KIRSTEN BALLERING This issue, Haak Maar Raak crochet blogger Kirsten is giving us the lowdown on her Hygge wrap design for the Scheepjes 2017 CAL. It’s such a beauty. Turn to page 41. OTHER CONTRIBUTORS Ilaria Caliri, Esme…

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GOOD READS

Hooked

Dough or die It’s hard to resist crafty gadgets at the best of times, but when they’re disguised as tasty treats there’s absolutely no chance of escape. Say hello to Pommaker’s tempting doughnut pompom maker, complete with pastel-coloured icing and sprinkles. The simple wooden contraptions keep things tangle-free and make it really easy to create all manner of weird and wonderful poms. Find tutorials and four Pommaker ‘flavours’ at www.pommaker.com. JUST SOW LOVELY These illustrations by Blank Inside are the bees’ knees in more ways than one. They're part of a range of eco-friendly cards that come with wildflower seeds that bees love. They’re £5 a pop, with 5% going to the Bumblebee Conservation Trust. Each of the six designs is also available as an art print. Shop at www.blankinsidedesign.co.uk STASH IT Stylish storage alert…

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INSPIRING BOOKS

CROCHETED MANDALAS LYNNE ROWE (£4.99, Search Press) Part of the popular 20 To Make series, this collection of vibrant mandala patterns from Lynne Rowe is a great introduction to this type of design. Featuring a variety of yarn weights, the patterns range from small and simple to larger and more intricate, and are sure to get you hooked on these fascinating and oh-so colourful motifs. CROCHETED SCARVES AND COWLS NICKI TRENCH (£12.99, CICO) New from crochet queen Nicki Trench is this collection of 35 scarves and cowls. With projects inspired by her seaside home in East Sussex, you’ll find gorgeous designs for all seasons, ranging from chunky beginner scarves to complex lace creations. There’s also a handy how-to section. CUTE CROCHETED ANIMALS EMMA VARNAM (£12.99, GMC) This delightful book is a must-have for amigurumi fans. Emma has created…

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